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Prevalence of thyroid dysfunction among type 2 diabetes mellitus patients
M V Jali1, Sanjay Kambar2, Sujata M Jali3
1KLES Diabetes Centre, KLES Dr. Prabhakar Kore Hospital and Medical Research Centre, Belagavi, 590010, India.
Thyroid dysfunction affects 16.2% of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients, particularly females and older adults. Early detection and monitoring of thyroid issues are crucial for effective diabetes management.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Metabolic Disorders
Background:
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) is a growing global health concern.
- Thyroid dysfunction is a common endocrine disorder that can affect glucose metabolism.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of thyroid dysfunction in patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus.
- To investigate the association between thyroid dysfunction and demographic and clinical factors in T2DM patients.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional hospital-based study involving 713 T2DM subjects.
- Assessment of fasting blood sugar (FBS), glycosylated haemoglobin (HbA1c), total triiodothyronine (T3), total thyroxine (T4), and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).
Main Results:
- The overall prevalence of thyroid dysfunction among T2DM patients was 16.2%.
- Prevalence was significantly higher in females (25%) compared to males (10.1%) (P<0.001).
- Higher prevalence was observed in individuals aged ≥50 years (19%) and those with poor glycaemic control (27.9%).
Conclusions:
- Thyroid dysfunction is prevalent in T2DM patients, with a higher incidence in females.
- Hypothyroidism is a common type of thyroid dysfunction observed in this population.
- Universal screening and regular monitoring for thyroid dysfunction in T2DM patients are recommended to improve diabetes management.
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